Yearly Archives: 2017
Notes from President Pribbenow
On the power of both/andI am writing these notes on commencement weekend when we have just sent the final graduates of Augsburg College into the world, full of promise and aspiration—as has been… more >
Outstanding educators
Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning honoreesEach year, Augsburg recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic learning environment. The 2017 recipients of the Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning awards are… more >
Honoring retiring faculty
{Several faculty members retired following years of dedicated service to Augsburg College. Ralph Butkowski | Assistant Professor, Department of Biology—with the College since 2001 Cass Dalglish | Professor, Department of English… more >
New starts and new finishes
Hagfors Center construction continuesAn Auggie passes by the first art installation in the Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion. This new academic building, which will open in January 2018… more >
Friendship on ice … and off
Minasie Theophilos has cared for Augsburg’s athletic facilities—most notably the ice arena—during his more than 25 years of service on the College’s custodial staff. Theophilos and… more >
Honoring Luther’s legacy
A season of reformation celebrationsTo mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, Augsburg is hosting a series of events this fall. In September, Augsburg will welcome the fourth presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran… more >
Nobel Peace Prize Forum: Sept. 15-16
Tickets on saleEach year, the Nobel Peace Prize Forum offers opportunities to learn from the world’s most celebrated, innovative, and dedicated peacemakers. Hosted and presented by Augsburg, the Forum invites attendees… more >
Celebrating student success
Augsburg students earned a range of prestigious accolades during the 2016-17 academic year, including the following: Elise Linna ’18 receives Rossing Physics Scholarship Mike Alves ’17 is… more >
Augsburg’s 150th anniversary celebration
Share your ideasAlumni, parents, friends, faculty, and staff are invited to celebrate Augsburg’s 150th anniversary in 2019. What aspect of your Augsburg experience would you like to highlight during the sesquicentennial… more >
Auggies advocate at state capitol
Augsburg partners with Minnesota Private College CouncilAugsburg College students recently visited the Minnesota State Capitol to participate in advocacy events hosted by the Minnesota Private College Council. First, in February, two of Augsburg’s TRIO McNair… more >